单选题

【正确答案】 A
【答案解析】此题属于语意搭配题。选项[A]tightening表示“拉紧”,例如:tighten the rope;其引申义为to make a rule, law or system more strict例如:tighten(up on)measures/controls。由此可见,该选项可与下文中的controls构成动宾搭配。选项[B]intensifying表示“增强,变强” (increase in degree or strength),例如:intensify his efforts(加紧努力)。选项[C]focusing表示“对准焦距,集中”,(pay special attention to),例如;focus on urgent problems。选项[D] fastening表示“系牢,捆绑,集中于”,例如:fasten one's coat/one's attention on the swimming children。